Just before halting its investigations, the nuclear-powered rover used the drill at the end of its 7-foot-long robotic arm to bore into a rock near where it landed and analyze the powder.

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The visitors chances were minimal but Stephen Hughes did drill a left-foot shot wide from distance and Charlton keeper Nicky Weaver was rarely tested.

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The drill sergeant is Rocky Thorn, who owns the 5, 000-square foot facility.

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